Berries

November 23, 2016

Champagne Cranberry Sauce

Is it silly to admit that cranberry sauce is one of my favorite parts of Thanksgiving? Never has such a simple sauce brought me such great pleasure! Equal parts sweet and tart, I love it as much by the spoonful as I do paired with each bite of the Thanksgiving feast. This Champagne Cranberry Sauce will liven up your table and guests will love the bubbles twist.

I have quite a few recipes for this gorgeous sauce on MM blog. I’ll list them all here so you have them at the ready for tomorrow. These can be whipped up while you are making all the other stuff. Skip the canned cranberries guys, I promise it’s well worth it. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

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How to Make Homemade Cranberry Sauce

Chambord Raspberry Cranberry Sauce

Maple Bourbon Cranberry Sauce

Maple Cinnamon Cranberry Sauce

Cranberry Sauce with Pear and Pomegranate

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November 21, 2016

Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Bacon & brussels sprouts are a natural pairing. Two robust ingredients that help to bring out the best in each other. With Thanksgiving this week I’m sure we could all use a few delicious, last minute, simple to prepare side dish recipes. These Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts are a surefire hit and if you are lucky enough to have leftovers I’m certain you will be very pleased! Speaking of Thanksgiving leftovers, have you downloaded our free e-cookbook yet? The pages are filled with tasty dishes to help you figure out the tastiest ways to use those hard worked for leftovers. Happy cooking!

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~ Marla Meridith

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Christmas

November 17, 2016

Cranberry Moscow Mule Cocktail

We’ve been getting our cranberry on, taste testing this festive cocktail! If there’s something that’s a constant during the holidays, it’s the fact that we all need a little liquid relaxation with all the hustle bustle.

Cranberries are a favorite berry here all year round. It’s tartness tastes oh so pretty paired with the ginger beer in this cocktail. Aren’t these embossed mugs gorge? They were sent to us by these folks…you can order a set too. There’s something pretty fabulous about getting a drink in a copper mug, these filagreed ones add a touch of elegance to any party or celebration. Enjoy responsibly.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Christmas

November 16, 2016

Kale Salad with Butternut Squash & Pomegranate Vinaigrette

It’s just over one week until Thanksgiving! Where is the time going?! We are going to enjoy a Friendsgiving this year as our family is quite far away. We will each bring a few delicious dishes to celebrate this tasty holiday. On my list is this Kale Salad with Butternut Squash & Pomegranate Vinaigrette, a colorful celebration of seasonal flavors. Also, these brussels sprouts and these dressed up sweet potatoes. You can see I have a veggie obsession going on this year.

We roasted the butternut squash whole, the easiest thing to do (with amazing results) when you are concerned about cutting into this super firm, roll polly veg.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Cocktails

November 13, 2016

Beachcomber Cocktail

Our bags are packed and we are jet setting out to the docks in Charleston to meet up with the Carnival Sunshine. It will be a week of fun in the sun aboard this action-packed ship. Our week-long cruise will take us to three private Carnival destinations in Eastern Caribbean including Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic, Grand Turk and Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas. I’ve packed all kinds of cruise fashions that I can’t wait to share with you!

We will spend a few days at sea enjoying everything the ship has to offer. We will also enjoy the islands off shore site-seeing excursions along the way.

I will make sure there’s plenty of time gazing at the crystal blue water with a cocktail in hand. I created this Beachcomber Cocktail to celebrate everything sand & sea! It’s been a favorite drink of mine for sometime now. Not too sweet and just the the right amount of fruity.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Entertaining

November 11, 2016

Thanksgiving Leftovers Recipes E-Cookbook

With Thanksgiving approaching, we’re not only busy planning the menu for the big day, we’re experimenting with ways to use our anticipated leftovers. When the stress of cooking is over and you can sit back to really enjoy all the hard work you put into your delicious meal; instead of just heaping the leftovers onto plates, have some fun with these creative recipes. Take a gander at our free e-cookbook for 10 leftovers recipes so you can enjoy your Thanksgiving feast again & again.

Download your Thanksgiving Leftovers Recipes Cookbook right here.

~ Marla Meridith

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Appetizers

November 8, 2016

Meatball Puff Pastry Pockets

We are beyond excited about these Meatball Puff Pastry Pockets! We created this recipe so you can put your best foot forward when it comes to entertaining your most beloved guests for the holidays. But we won’t stop there…could you imagine these tasty bites at your next football tailgating party? We sure can! If you have an outlet handy you can cook anywhere while on the go with the Philips Airfryer. Make any occasion extra special with these savory pastries. My kids love them in their lunch boxes too! Don’t forget that side of marinara sauce.

These delicious pastry pockets are both indulgent & perfect for any party, gathering or celebration you might be attending or hosting.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Casseroles

November 7, 2016

Brown Butter Sweet Potatoes with Nut Crumble

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and we’ve been recipe testing like crazy! It’s a tough job, but someones gotta do it, right?! Sweet potatoes have a reputation as an energy-packed superfood, but around here they are a favorite food no matter what the season. We’ve up’ed the game here, taking them to the highest level. With a thick layer of pecan crumble you’ll crave this recipe on your holiday table & likely for breakfast too! I was snacking on this Brown Butter Sweet Potatoes with Nut Crumble in the afternoon with a cup of coffee.

We took all of our favorite ingredients and baked them into one casserole, brown butter, maple syrup, sweet potatoes and pecans seasoned with cinnamon spice. Be sure to add this to your holiday menu!

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~ Marla Meridith

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Appetizers

November 2, 2016

Baked Tandoori Chicken Wings

Lately we have been on a chicken wing kick. A big one! There are so many ways you can season them and this version Baked Tandoori Chicken Wings has become an all time favorite. Seasoned with Indian spices & marinated in a yogurt sauce makes for the most delicious wings. Serve them at your next tailgate adventure, party at home or for a weeknight dinner. A crowd pleasing appetizer for any time at all.

By the way, it’s Diwali this week, the Indian Festival of Lights. Celebrate this colorful celebration with these tasty wings.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Halloween

October 31, 2016

The BEST Halloween Recipes & Crafts!

Happy Halloween everyone! Looking for some last minute tricks & treats? These holiday favorites will be a HUGE hit at your Halloween celebrations. There’s still a few hours to get to the market or crafts store to make this the best Halloween ever! Download our free Spookalicious Halloween-E-Book, that’s where you can get the recipes & how to’s for these crafts. Be safe out there & HAVE FUN!

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~ Marla Meridith

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Halloween

October 28, 2016

Halloween Marshmallow Pops

We can’t believe Halloween is right around the corner, this is by far one of our favorite times of the year! The weather cools down, we get to bundle up and it’s time for trick or treating! It’s so fun to help the kids shop & craft their costumes. We’ve been creating & cooking like crazy…speaking of, have you gotten your hands on our free Halloween E-Book. It’s got heaps of spooky & delicious inspiration! These Halloween Marshmallow Pops are quick & simple to prepare and super fun to make with kids of all ages!

They are just as beautiful to look at (perfect for a Halloween table centerpiece) and really fun & tasty to eat!

All you need for these pops are large marshmallows, white chocolate, food coloring and Halloween colored sprinkles & sugars.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Christmas

October 25, 2016

Pork Chops with Romesco Sauce

We are super excited about everything pork over here! This year MM has partnered with the National Pork Board as a Moment Maker to help make your holidays extra delicious! Our mission is to encourage & inspire you to think outside the box when it comes to holiday cooking and entertaining. Check out the pork folks’ website as well, where you can find heaps of wonderful recipes to make every moment extra special! Love meatballs? The National Pork Board has these gorgeous Stuffed Pork Meatballs with Romesco that would be perfect for appetizers or on top of pasta!

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